The National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA), founded in 1946 has represented quality independent automobile dealers for over 70 years. NIADA is here to assist its members in becoming more successful within the used motor vehicle industry. Through membership in NIADA, you join with over 20,000 other professional auto dealers who share your dream of financial prosperity for your business. NIADA is your legislative advocate -- protecting your business interests. The association consistently brings you industry education, valuable information, services and benefits designed to prepare members for an ever-changing marketplace. The simple and better way to keep pace in the used motor vehicle industry is to join NIADA...a highly respected organization dedicated to your success!

CODE OF ETHICS

We will have a general duty of integrity, honor and fair dealing toward the general public.

We will comply with all city, county, state and federal laws and shall endeavor to keep ourselves informed of those laws governing our business.

We will not intentionally injure the business reputation of another member or competitor.

We will employ truth and accuracy in advertising and selling.

We will stand behind any guarantee given with the sale of a motor vehicle.

We will not perform any act which would bring disrepute to the motor vehicle industry.

We will expose or halt, where found, any scheme designed to deceive or defraud the automobile buying public and aid in prosecuting those guilty of such acts.

We will constantly strive to improve business methods to the end that the public will be better served.

We will encourage the American system of free enterprise.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association, the only national not-for-profit organization representing the independent motor vehicle industry, is to promote, educate and advance the independent motor vehicle dealer by:

Developing, compiling and providing to the consumer, information which will promote a better understanding of the independent motor vehicle dealers' place in the economy;

Providing relevant information to regulatory and lawmaking bodies so that they may have a better understanding of the possible effects of proposed laws, rules and regulations on the consumer and the motor vehicle industry;

Assisting in the promotion and organization of local, state or regional independent motor vehicle dealer associations; and

Anticipating, recognizing and responding to current and future issues and needs of the independent motor vehicle industry and the consumer.

HISTORY OF NIADA

NIADA was founded in 1946 to lobby for the repeal of rationing of tires and automotive parts after World War II. The efforts put forward by the organization under the leadership of founding President Charlie Hillard resulted in the successful repealing of those wartime restrictions by the end of 1947.

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NIADA HISTORY

WORLD HISTORY

1946

National Used Car Dealers Association (NUCDA) is formed in Chicago, IL

President Truman formally proclaims an end to all World War II hostilities.